June 1, Wednesday CPS Final Exam Review Senior Final Exam Tomorrow, all else Thurs. 6/9 Prepare by studying previous course tests
May 31, Tuesday Returned and covered Astronomy Unit Test CPS Final Exam Review Senior Final Exam Thurs. 6/2, all else Thurs. 6/9 Prepare by studying previous course tests
May 26, Thursday Astronomy Unit Test Today
Finished Universe: Life and Death of a Star 4 recent assignments you should make sure you're completed:
H-R Diagram Gizmo
Celestia Activity
Wiki Assignment 3 (Alien Planets)
Solar System Explorer Gizmo
May 25, Wednesday
Check study guide completion (anyone who wasn't here yesterday)
Astronomy Unit CPS Review
Astronomy Extra Credit Review Puzzle offered Astronomy Unit Test Tomorrow(Extra Credit Puzzle Due Then) Final Exam Thurs. 6/2. End of 4th Marking Period
May 24, Tuesday
Return remaining student tests. STUDY THESE FOR FINAL EXAM!
Checked and displayed Astronomy Study Guide
Began Viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star Astronomy Unit Test Thursday 5/26 Final Exam Thurs. 6/2. End of 4th Marking Period
May 23, Monday
Planets and Stars to Scale (1 & 2)
Finish chapter notes. (71 - 83) Viewed accompanying video clip: Death of a Star.
Students began the Astronomy Unit Study Guide Homework:Astronomy Unit Study Guide (due tomorrow)
Return all student tests. STUDY THESE FOR FINAL EXAM! Astronomy Unit TestThursday 5/26 Final Exam Thurs. 6/2
May 20, Friday
Finished work on H-R Diagram gizmo (collect)
Viewed Roving Mars (part 1) Astronomy Test Thursday 5/26
May 19, Thursday
Students began H-R Diagram Gizmo. (Due Monday)
Login to www.explorelearning.com....or replace the number with a different number
username: hphyssci8
password: scirules8
May 17, Tuesday Finished Beyond the Big Bang(1:18:00 - end)
Handed out all CH 30 Notes and covered slides 32 thru 45. Doppler Shift clip.
May 16, Monday Beyond the Big Bang (20:00 - 58:00)
May 13, Friday
Viewed streaming clips on: Universe, Milky Way, and Planets & Stars to Scale
Discuss Solar System Scale Activity Questions Began viewing "Beyond the Big Bang" (0 - 20:00)
May 12, Thursday Solar System Scale Model Part 2: Outdoor Activity (weather permitting)
Place model Sun and planets at correct scale distances
Answer accompanying questions on the 1/2 activity sheet paper
Gather materials and return to room to discuss outcome/questions, view accompanying Youtube clips.
Group
Members
Responsibilities
1
Dominic, Scott, Amber,
Unroll measuring tape in a straight path yielding the farthest possible distance.
Work with group 2 to ensure planets get placed at correct distances from the model Sun
2
Billy, Evan, Yagerhofer, Kyle
Place the model planets at the correct distances from the Sun
3
Hunsicker, Ali, Lawrence
Film the process (this should include interviewing the other students about what they are doing and why. Also make sure to get good shots of the model overall as well as close up clips to convey the true scale of the project)
4
Lexi, Ty-ty, Molfetta, McKay
Answer the 3 questions on the 1/2 activity sheet. (Bring something to write with, a notebook to write on, and preferably a TI - scientific calculator for #3.)
May 11, Wednesday
Collected Celestia Part 1 Assignment
Check and cover homework
Finished viewing The Universe: "End of the Earth" (8:00 - 20:00) Solar System Scale Model Part 1
Consider the boundaries you are working within (Google Earth image of NAHS campus)
Choose a scale based on your boundaries: "Build a Solar System Calculator" This is great, because you type in one measurement (for example, the diameter you want your model Sun to be) and the calculator does the rest for you.
Create model Sun Planets: Label Popsicle sticks and create a Sun (Plah Doh) for solar system scale activity tomorrow (outside weather permitting).
May 10, Tuesday
Students completed the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1. Homework:29.4 Study Guideand Celestia Part 1 due tomorrow M11.B.2.3.1
Describe how a change in the linear dimension of a figure affects its perimeter, circumference, area or volume.
May 9, Monday
I hate to start off the week on a negative point but, "What the bleep did some of you guys & gals do with the class time we used for wiki assignment 3?....and why haven't many of you even begun work on this considering that we started it on 4/27 and it wasn't due until 5/4!?" You need to start thinking about your final grade and the end of the course which is in like 4 weeks.
Students continued the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1. Make sure to follow the guide sheets, answer all questions, and get teacher initials when instructed on guide sheets. Class time will be available for this assignment today and tomorrow only. Celestia Part 1 due Wednesday 5/11
May6, Friday
Introduced and began work on Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (here is the answer sheet to use).
How to open Celestia
Follow the printed guide and answer questions on answer sheet
Purpose: To teach the scale (sizes and distances) of our solar system, galaxy and the known universe
Controls: Much like a flight simulator. Accelerate(A), Stop(S), Center(C), Arrows control direction of flight. You will quickly learn that it can be difficult to steer your ship to a target. This is why Center(C) is a huge help once you've clicked "Location, and Selected" a target. Center(C) even helps if you've zoomed past a target. Don't neglect the mouse clicker (it is great for things you can actually see on your screen). Finally, the "Location" options can mess things up a bit; you should generally stick to "Follow" whatever your target is.
Use Internet to learn about things you encounter or to answer additional questions you have
Complete Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets if you have not yet done so.
Continued viewing The Universe: "End of the Earth."
May4, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Short vid. on Nebulae.
Finished CH 29 Notes.
Began viewing The Universe: "End of the Earth."
May3, Tuesday
Viewed streaming vid. on Kepler's laws
Powerpoint quiz on section 29.1
Covered CH 29 Notes slides 33-46 with vid on Eagle Nebula (2:00). Homework:29.1 Study Guide Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets will be checked and credited tomorrow S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
May2, Monday Returned and covered Rock Unit Test
Correcting any misconceptions: What is the direct cause of our changing seasons? (Globe and light demo) (Gizmo demo: Seasons?)
Covered CH 29 Notes 13-23 (or thru 28 if possible) w/ Demo: "Orbiting the center of mass" Homework:Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets will be checked and credited Wednesday S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April29, Friday
Viewed Universe: Milky Way
April28, Thursday (Jrs. and Snr. Assembly 8th & 9th pd outside)
Assembly cancelled
Finish Work on Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets
April27, Wednesday
Finish Work on Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April26, Tuesday Collected remaining Gizmos Test Make Ups Need to be ScheduledNOW! Earth-like planet found!?(September 2010) Video (Michio Kaku) Video
Universe: End of the Earth clip (Drake equation for potential life on other planets 12:00)
Formula: Statistical Likelihood of Habitable Planets?
"The number of systems (solar) with potentially habitable planets is probably on the order of 10 or 20 percent, and when you multiply that by the hundreds of billions of stars in the Milky Way, that's a large number. There could be tens of billions of these systems in our (Milky Way) galaxy," said Vogt.
Introduce and begin work on Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets Strong Evidence of Alien Life? Maybe Not (Modify to be a small group research, collaborative doc, drawing concept map, etc.)
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April25, Monday
Viewed The Universe: Alien Planets with video question sheet
April21, Thursday
Viewed Cosmic Voyage with video question sheet
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/
April20, Wednesday41st annual Earth dayFriday!
Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. Returned student work. Homework: Finish the Gizmo if not done in class. (No more class time is scheduled for this.)
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/ Extra credit: Bring in a pic of you observing the meteor shower and/or participating in some type of Earth Day event next week. (must include evidence of the date. i.e. a newspaper, etc.) S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April19, Tuesday41st annual Earth dayFriday!
Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. Returned student work. Homework: Finish the Gizmo if not done in class
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/ Extra credit: Bring in a pic of you observing the meteor shower and/or participating in some type of Earth Day event next week. (must include evidence of the date. i.e. a newspaper, etc.) S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April18, MondayMtg at 1:45 pm.... Study Hall 7th pd41st annual Earth dayFriday!
Covered CH 29 Notes 1-12. Began work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo(as a class).
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/ Extra credit: Bring in a pic of you observing the meteor shower and/or participating in some type of Earth Day event next week. (must include evidence of the date. i.e. a newspaper, etc.) S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns. S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April15, Friday
Students completed the rock unit test.
Began Greatest Evolution Discoveries (Bill Nye) Example of the History of Life on Earth Preserved in Rock Layers
April14, Thursday
Checked and covered Rock Unit Study Guide
CPS review of rock unit.
Complete, check OR cover Rock Unit Test extra credit review puzzle. (due tomorrow) Rock Unit Test Tomorrow S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April13, Wednesday
Checked and covered the rock cycle concept map carefully
Students began the Rock Unit Study Guide. (due tomorrow)
(Time Permitting) Begin Greatest Evolution Discoveries (Bill Nye) Example of the History of Life on Earth Preserved in Rock Layers
Offered Rock Unit Test extra credit review puzzle. (due Friday) Rock Unit Test Friday 4/15 S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April12, Tuesday
Checked and covered the study guide. Collected remaining metamorphic labs.
Check status of rock models, complete, discuss and submit lab sheet.
Students completed the Rock Cycle Concept Map Activity.(Make sure to completely write the info in each space) *This will be a useful study tool Homework: Rock Cycle Concept Map (above) Rock Unit Test Friday 4/15 S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation. S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April11, Monday
Finish section notes on metamorphism, with short
Finish metamorphic rock lab from last time (see notes below)
Students began work on the 6.3 study guide. (3 pages total) Homework: metamorphic rock lab worksheet and 6.3 study guideRock Unit Test Friday 4/15
(Warning: I've seen a lack of homework completion destroy grades in the past. With how many verbal reminders given, this class website, and class time usually given to start assignments, there's no good excuse for not having work completed on time every time, period.) S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April 8, Friday
Viewed short clip on "How Metamorphic Rocks are Formed." and Checked and covered the sheets from yesterday.
Students completed the Metamorphic Rock Lab Activity:
Number the samples on your lab sheet #45 through 50.
Here are your answer choices: Slate, Gneiss, Quartzite, Marble, Hornblende Schist, and Mica Schist
Use the table on the front of this sheet, large separate table, and the Internet/other appropriate available resources to I.D. the samples and to answer the questions. HCl is available to help ID marble; ask for a small drop, wash your hands when done, DO NOT get in eyes.
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation. S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 7, Thursday
Completed the remaining CH 6 Notes. Homework:Types of Sedimentary Rocks and CH 6.1a Study Guide (due tomorrow) The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit any incomplete "i" work NOW! S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April 6, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework / Collected remaining rock cycle gizmos
Short Streaming Vids: Sed. Rocks, Chemical Weathering and Erosion
Covered CH 6 Notes through slide ___
Smithsonian Virtual Field Trip Panoramas (and mineral, rock, gem images time permitting) S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation. S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 5, Tuesday Finished viewing Earth Bio: Atmosphere (5-10 min.)
Rock Cycle Lab: Creating models of a sedimentary rock.
Please help clean up lab areas by returning materials to designated table in the back. Thanks! P.S. Don't forget about Rock Cycle Gizmo and Friday's Homework:5.1 Study Guide(we'll cover this tomorrow) The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit any incomplete "i" work NOW! S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation. S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 1, Friday
Finished work on the Rock Cycle Gizmo and Igneous Rock lab if necessary. (Gizmo due Tuesday 4/5) Homework:5.1 Study Guide and finished igneous rock lab S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation. M11.C.3.1.2 Relate slope to perpendicularity and/or parallelism.
March 31, Thursday
Finished remaining igneous rock labs from yesterday.
Introduced and began the Rock Cycle Gizmo. Make sure to read and follow directions carefully; I'm looking for correct answers to the questions as well as a diagram that will be completed as you complete the directions. The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit any incomplete "i" work NOW! S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 30, Wednesday
Viewed igneous rock samples and streaming video clips: "Magma Inside Earth" (1st 3 minutes) and "How Igneous Rocks are Formed" (2:00).
Finished CH 5 Notes Use Internet to find classification info, tables, images, etc. (not required)
Students completed the Igneous Rock Lab. Igneous rock textures: Phaneritic, Aphanitic, Porphyritic, Vesicular, Glassy.
Samples for today's lab include #3 & 4 (found in ziplock bags), and #30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 from the mineral/rock kit; make sure you number these in order on lab sheet and that your samples match my master kit. Note: If you were absent for this activity, write a 2 paragraph summary explaining the properties used to identify igneous rock samples. Include a description of how each of the following would be classified and explain why: Pumice, Granite, Basalt, and Obsidian. The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP! S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 29, Tuesday People who still haven't turned in Mineral I.D. Labs The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
Returned and covered Mineral Test. Covered CH 5 Notes and viewed igneous rock samples and streaming video clips: "Magma Inside Earth" (1st 3 minutes) and "How Igneous Rocks are Formed" (2:00). S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 28, Monday
Finished wiki assignment 2 (OK, seriously, today is the final class time allotted for this; completed work due Tomorrow) The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP! S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 25, Friday
Finished wiki assignment 2 (Completed assignment due Tuesday 3/29) The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP! S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 24, Thursday
Finished Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes
Login and open Firefox
Login to the class wiki: nahsearthscience2011.wikispaces.com
Click on my name or Mr. McHugh's page for the directions to wiki assignment 2 "Rock Forming Minerals"
Click on your name (left column) and click "Edit" or "Edit this Page"
It may be helpful to insert a table for good organization of your paragraph, images, etc.
Complete Wiki assignment 2 (You may work with solo or with 1 partner, but make sure the completed work shows up on both of your pages if you work together. This can be accomplished w/ "copy" and "paste" when you're all done)
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 23, Wednesday
Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes
March 22, Tuesday Mineral Test and Lab Practical Today! Done early?: Mineral Hidden Message Bonus Puzzle
March 21, Monday
Check and cover homework. CPS review for mineral test.
Finish Mineral Lab and/or Extra Credit Crossword Puzzle. Mineral lab due tomorrow.Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tomorrow S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation. S11.D.1.2.1 Evaluate factors affecting availability, location, extraction, and use of natural resources.
March 17, Thursday
Students used this period to ask final questions, finish up the lab, etc. Class time today to finish this lab. This lab is due Monday 3/21 (People who need to get caught up should see me for a pass tomorrow or Monday). Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness. Homework:4.2a Study Guide(due Monday) Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tuesday 3/22 S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 16,Wednesday
Students completed Part 4 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 23-29). Class time today and tomorrow to finish this lab.Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness. S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 15, Tuesday (Short Mtg. this period)
Students continued the Mineral I.D. Lab. Please take a chance to look at the samples in Moh's hardness kit. (The box top is labeled and 7 or 8 of the samples ARE AMONG THE UNKNOWNS YOU ARE TRYING TO I.D.! Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness. If you are on track, today you should be looking at (samples 14-22 MINUS 19). There will be some more time tomorrow and/or Thursday to finish this lab. Friday we have a pep rally and we will test on this chapter early next week. S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 14, Monday
Students completed Part 3 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 14-22 MINUS 19). See directions below. Note: something that had metallic luster may appear as rusty. (You should really take a look at the mini luster, cleavage, and fracture kits today). Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness. S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 11, Friday Current Event:Major Earthquake and Tsunami (animation) in Japan (Whirlpool) (Global Wave Projection)
How to I.D. mineral cleavage (tendency of minerals to break along planes of weakness). wikipediapicsvs. fracture
Students completed Part 2 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 6-13). See directions below. Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness. S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 10, Thursday
(Examine Mineral Properties Kits)
I will lead lab groups through checking your kits and I.D.ing sample #2. Students completed Part 1 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 1-5). Directions on the handout lead you to collect data on all samples before attempting to I.D. Some people prefer to use flowcharts to I.D. samples one at a time. I have HCl up front if you think you need it to positively I.D. a sample. (NOTE: It is dangerous to eyes and skin! If you mess around with it, you will receive disciplinary action). The only other safety concern is sharp edges (BE AWARE: Glass can cut you! DO NOT handle broken glass) Also, you need to make sure you are working with the correct sample each time. If your sample has no number on it, check other kits around you or my master kit up front. The same goes for the Moh's hardness kit you are using.
Mineral Sample #
Clues and Hints
1
Non-metallic Dark colored
2
Rhombohedral?
3
Pretty easy
4
Non-metallic Light colored
5
6
Non-metallic Light colored
7
VERY Similar to #8
8
Vitreous = "glassy"
9
Non-metallic Light Colored. Texture / Feel
10
"Striations!?" Only appears on Table. NOT ON FLOWCHART
11
Often confused with #13
12
Pretty Easy
13
Often confused with #11
14
Sometimes confused with #9 (Look at ALL details)
15
Pretty easy
16
Pretty easy
17
Look at various samples with a magnifying glass or dissecting scope. (See any surface patterns?)
18
ONLY FOUND ON TABLE
20
Often confused with 27, but shouldn't be
21
Pretty easy
22
Metallic luster
23
Often mis- I.D.'d as #2, but shouldn't be
24
Metallic luster, even if sample doesn't appear so
25
Metallic luster, even if sample doesn't appear so
26
Metallic luster, even if sample doesn't appear so
27
Often confused with 20, but shouldn't be
28
29
NOT ON FLOWCHART
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 9, Wednesday Strong Evidence of Alien Life? Maybe Not. Wrap up section notes
Fire Drill
March 8, Tuesday Strong Evidence of Alien Life? Maybe Not.
Checked and covered the homework.
Continued CH 4 Notes (thru slide 44 before Mineral I.D. Lab)
March 7, Monday
Continued CH 4 Notes (thru slide 44 before Mineral I.D. Lab) Homework:4.1 Study Guide due tomorrow S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 4, Friday New Lab? Growing Crystals
Current Event: National Geographic Article "Human Impact" March 2011
Viewed streaming vid. Rocks and Minerals (3:00)
Continued CH 4 Notes thru slide ___ S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 3, Thursday
Completed current event wiki activity: February 2011 Major Earthquake in New Zealand (see below). Note: After today no more class time will be available for this assignment. (Due Monday 3/7)
Make sure you know how to do each of these on your wiki:
Correctly place a link
Insert an image directly
Insert a table
March 2, Wednesday
Returned and covered Unit 1 Test
Current event wiki activity: February 2011 Major Earthquake in New Zealand:
Get online and find reliable, concise info on the Earthquake in New Zealand
On the student wiki, click on YOUR NAME, and click "Edit."
Now type a summary including, but not limited to:
Title: Current Event Feb 2011 New Zealand Major Earthquake
Magnitude (describe the # magnitude of this quake and what the term "magnitude" means. i.e. 5 compared to 4)
Impact (damage, cost, death toll, etc.)
Explanation of the cause (Why did the quake happen where it did? Does this region get a lot of quakes?)
Click "Save" when done. IF IT IS UNCOOPERATIVE, HIGHLIGHT & COPY ALL TYPED WORK. REFRESH WEB PAGE, PASTE WORK BACK IN AND CLICK "SAVE" AGAIN.
5 points each (# 2 - 4 above) = 15 points total (Due Monday 3/7)
March 1, Tuesday
Scheduled test make ups. Finished Earth Bio Ice DVD; collect / discuss.
February 28, Monday Unit 1 Test Today
Began Earth Biography: Ice
February 25, Friday Checked and covered homework
Discussed content and format for test Monday. CPS clicker review of unit 1.
Unit 1 test review puzzle extra credit offered (due Monday) Unit 1 TestMonday 2/28
February 24, Thursday
Continued work on the topographic map activity. Completed maps due tomorrow
Use a pencil to develop contour lines at each 5 unit interval (i.e. a contour line connecting all points of 15 units, 20 units, 25 units, etc.)
Once you're confident of your contour lines, darken them and trace them onto a blank piece of printer paper.
S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 23, Wednesday
Continued work on the topographic map activity. Click here and scroll down to see how a topo map will be generated from data collected yesterday and today. Unit 1 TestMonday 2/28 S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 22, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. I introduced and students began work on the topographic map activity. (3 large groups) S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 17, Thursday
Collect remaining Google Earth activity sheets
Finish section notes. Map projections (demo).
Finish Earth Biography: Rare Earth Homework:Study Guide 2.1 S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 16, Wednesday
Study Island Practice Graph Functions, Equations and Inequalities. Do any Jrs. have questions on PSSA items?
Demonstrated how to Determine Distances on Google Earth.
Finish and submit Google Earth activity. (due Tomorrow if not done in class)
Extra time? Do you know of any other cool Google Earth features? (Street view, flight sim, gallery)
February 15, Tuesday On Google Earth:
Who can provide "best coordinate description" for Pennsylvania?
Who can provide "best coordinate description" for Northampton?
Who can provide "best coordinate description" for the NAHS flagpole?
Degree of detail of your answer depends on how large the object is. (i.e. coordinates for an ocean may be given in degrees alone)
For the Chicxulub crater; determine how it was formed and what was the result to life on earth.
For #12, use Jacobsburg State Park as the closest
S11.A.2.2.2 Explain how technology (e.g., GPS, spectroscope, scanning electron microscope, pH meter, probe, interface, imaging technology, telescope) is used to extend human abilities and precision.
February 14, Monday Collected Water Taste Experiment
Study Island Practice: Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations and Slope
Covered Unit 1 Notes slides 37 to 47.
I introduced and assisted students to begin: Google Earth Science Places of Interest. (Finish tomorrow on your own)
February 10, Thursday Collect data count from yesterday's lab: Completed lab write up due Monday 2/14. If you weren't here, read yesterday's blog posting and get caught up.
REMEMBER that the null hypothesis being tested EXPECTS that if 51 people took the water taste test and the water came from 5 sources, then about 10.2 people should favor each sample of water. REMEMBER ALSO that as our OBSERVED results get farther and farther away from that....that there is more evidence for rejecting the null hypothesis.
Chi-squared calculator online. Chi-squared distribution table. Translate what the output from the online calculator means:
The calculator will give us a p value, which when translated literally means, "the percentage of time that a difference as large as the one we got between the Observed and Expected will happen by chance alone." And most professional scientists agree that if a difference between the OBSERVED and EXPECTED happens by chance alone only 5% of the time or less.....bingo!...reject the null.
Write Experiment section (detailed, step-by-step procedure someone could follow to repeat this experiment. Minimum suggested length of 2 paragraphs)
How many people were tested? How many sources did the water come from? How was it labeled? The temperature was kept at room temperature for over 24 hours. How exactly was the test conducted in class? What data were collected? What was the purpose of using the Chi-Square test on the data?
Write Conclusions section
According to the null hypothesis, what was the expected outcome? (Explain why) What was our observed outcome? (Include a data table displaying: expected, observed, difference and p-value) Does the result (p-value) of the Chi-Square test suggest that we should support or reject the null hypothesis? EXPLAIN WHY. (Minimum suggested length of 2 paragraphs)
Answer questions and submit this lab. Note: directions above and below should help answer any questions you have, but ask a peer or myself if you need extra help.
A concise explanation of the water taste test lab: The Chi-Square Test Result
Water Source
Expected
Observed
Difference
1
10.2
11
0.8
2
10.2
13
2.8
3
10.2
11
0.8
4
10.2
8
2.2
5
10.2
8
2.2
Essential Question: What is the probability that the differences abovewere due to random chance alone? *Key Point: If the differences were due to random chance (and nothing else), we would conclude that water taste is not influenced by water source.
If the p-value is less than 5%, conclude that the difference WAS NOT DUE TO CHANCE. REJECT THE NULL. It seems taste IS influenced by source.
<
5% (0.05)
<
If the p-value is 5% or greater, conclude that the difference WAS DUE TO CHANCE. DO NOT REJECT THE NULL. It seems taste IS NOT influenced by source.
Question: Is water taste preference influenced by the source of the water?
We discussed variables, hypotheses, and the experiment itself.
We conducted the experiment, recorded observations and collected data.
Students recorded the question on a piece of lined paper, wrote a detailed, step-by-step description of the experiment. (If you were not here, you must find out exactly what was done from a peer)
COLLECT ALL DATA ON BOARD!
S11.A.2.1.3 Use data to make inferences and predictions, or to draw conclusions, demonstrating understanding of experimental limits. S11.A.2.1.4 Critique the results and conclusions of scientific inquiry for consistency and logic. S11.A.2.1.5 Communicate results of investigations using multiple representations.
February 4, Friday Announcement:A textbook may be signed out at any point during this course. Activity: Earth Systems Interactions
Throughout your text, there are MANY examples of interactions between earth systems: Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, and Biosphere. It's what earth science is all about. Examples of such interactions include different types of weathering, the water cycle, carbon cycle, etc. etc.)
Your Job: Work with a partner, using a textbook, on 1/2 sheet of paper:
Explain an example of an interaction between at least 2 earth systems. Cite specific pages, images and information from the text. If other systems are involved, explain that too.
Present your explanation to the class.
Class: help to ID if other systems are involved.
February 3, Thursday Announcement:A textbook may be signed out at any point during this course.
Checked signed syllabus and viewed streaming video "Why Earth Science?" (6:30). Covered Unit 1 Notes to slide 21 "Lithosphere."
January 31, Monday
Seating, Welcome, and Fire Exit Procedure
Record my new email address and our class website on your course syllabus. (This is your life line!) Homework: Get syllabus signed for tomorrow. (10 points, no excuses) Earth Sylabus.doc
Interview and introduce a neighbor / Covered course syllabus and expectations:
Meet your neighbor
Make notes about his or her interests & future plans
Introduce him or her briefly (30-60 sec.) and give us one piece of info from the syllabus or class rule
Planets with Play Dough:
Big Bang Macroevolution Video (10:00)
June 3, Friday
No period 8 Today
June 2, Thursday
Final Exam Today
June 1, Wednesday
CPS Final Exam Review
Senior Final Exam Tomorrow, all else Thurs. 6/9
Prepare by studying previous course tests
May 31, Tuesday
Returned and covered Astronomy Unit Test
CPS Final Exam Review
Senior Final Exam Thurs. 6/2, all else Thurs. 6/9
Prepare by studying previous course tests
May 26, Thursday
Astronomy Unit Test Today
Finished Universe: Life and Death of a Star
4 recent assignments you should make sure you're completed:
May 25, Wednesday
Check study guide completion (anyone who wasn't here yesterday)
Astronomy Unit CPS Review
Astronomy Extra Credit Review Puzzle offered
Astronomy Unit Test Tomorrow (Extra Credit Puzzle Due Then)
Final Exam Thurs. 6/2. End of 4th Marking Period
May 24, Tuesday
Return remaining student tests. STUDY THESE FOR FINAL EXAM!
Checked and displayed Astronomy Study Guide
Began Viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star
Astronomy Unit Test Thursday 5/26
Final Exam Thurs. 6/2. End of 4th Marking Period
May 23, Monday
Planets and Stars to Scale (1 & 2)
Finish chapter notes. (71 - 83) Viewed accompanying video clip: Death of a Star.
Students began the Astronomy Unit Study Guide
Homework: Astronomy Unit Study Guide (due tomorrow)
Return all student tests. STUDY THESE FOR FINAL EXAM!
Astronomy Unit Test Thursday 5/26
Final Exam Thurs. 6/2
May 20, Friday
Finished work on H-R Diagram gizmo (collect)
Viewed Roving Mars (part 1)
Astronomy Test Thursday 5/26
May 19, Thursday
Students began H-R Diagram Gizmo. (Due Monday)
Login to www.explorelearning.com....or replace the number with a different number
username: hphyssci8
password: scirules8
May 18, Wednesday
Covered CH 30 Notes 46 - 56. Began work on the H-R Diagram Gizmo (as a class). H-R Diagram Gizmo
May 17, Tuesday
Finished Beyond the Big Bang (1:18:00 - end)
Handed out all CH 30 Notes and covered slides 32 thru 45. Doppler Shift clip.
May 16, Monday
Beyond the Big Bang (20:00 - 58:00)
May 13, Friday
Viewed streaming clips on: Universe, Milky Way, and Planets & Stars to Scale
Discuss Solar System Scale Activity Questions
Began viewing "Beyond the Big Bang" (0 - 20:00)
May 12, Thursday
Solar System Scale Model Part 2: Outdoor Activity (weather permitting)
May 11, Wednesday
Collected Celestia Part 1 Assignment
Check and cover homework
Finished viewing The Universe: "End of the Earth" (8:00 - 20:00)
Solar System Scale Model Part 1
May 10, Tuesday
Students completed the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1.
Homework: 29.4 Study Guide and Celestia Part 1 due tomorrow
M11.B.2.3.1
Describe how a change in the linear dimension of a figure affects its perimeter, circumference, area or volume.
May 9, Monday
I hate to start off the week on a negative point but, "What the bleep did some of you guys & gals do with the class time we used for wiki assignment 3?....and why haven't many of you even begun work on this considering that we started it on 4/27 and it wasn't due until 5/4!?" You need to start thinking about your final grade and the end of the course which is in like 4 weeks.
Students continued the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1. Make sure to follow the guide sheets, answer all questions, and get teacher initials when instructed on guide sheets. Class time will be available for this assignment today and tomorrow only. Celestia Part 1 due Wednesday 5/11
May 6, Friday
Introduced and began work on Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (here is the answer sheet to use).
May 5, Thursday
Introduce Collaborative Activity: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers."
- Overview of Universe as we know it from Big Bang Theory up to present
- Introduction to collaborative activity
- Complete table as a class
- Review table for printing
Complete Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets if you have not yet done so.Continued viewing The Universe: "End of the Earth."
May 4, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Short vid. on Nebulae.
Finished CH 29 Notes.
Began viewing The Universe: "End of the Earth."
May 3, Tuesday
Viewed streaming vid. on Kepler's laws
Powerpoint quiz on section 29.1
Covered CH 29 Notes slides 33-46 with vid on Eagle Nebula (2:00). Homework: 29.1 Study Guide
Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets will be checked and credited tomorrow
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
May 2, Monday
Returned and covered Rock Unit Test
Correcting any misconceptions: What is the direct cause of our changing seasons? (Globe and light demo) (Gizmo demo: Seasons?)
Covered CH 29 Notes 13-23 (or thru 28 if possible) w/ Demo: "Orbiting the center of mass"
Homework: Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets will be checked and credited Wednesday
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April 29, Friday
Viewed Universe: Milky Way
April 28, Thursday (Jrs. and Snr. Assembly 8th & 9th pd outside)
Assembly cancelled
Finish Work on Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets
April 27, Wednesday
Finish Work on Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April 26, Tuesday
Collected remaining Gizmos
Test Make Ups Need to be Scheduled NOW!
Earth-like planet found!? (September 2010)
Video (Michio Kaku)
Video
Universe: End of the Earth clip (Drake equation for potential life on other planets 12:00)
Formula: Statistical Likelihood of Habitable Planets?
"The number of systems (solar) with potentially habitable planets is probably on the order of 10 or 20 percent, and when you multiply that by the hundreds of billions of stars in the Milky Way, that's a large number. There could be tens of billions of these systems in our (Milky Way) galaxy," said Vogt.
Introduce and begin work on Wiki Assignment 3: The search for "Earth-like" planets
Strong Evidence of Alien Life? Maybe Not (Modify to be a small group research, collaborative doc, drawing concept map, etc.)
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April 25, Monday
Viewed The Universe: Alien Planets with video question sheet
April 21, Thursday
Viewed Cosmic Voyage with video question sheet
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/
April 20, Wednesday 41st annual Earth day Friday!
Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. Returned student work.
Homework: Finish the Gizmo if not done in class. (No more class time is scheduled for this.)
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/
Extra credit: Bring in a pic of you observing the meteor shower and/or participating in some type of Earth Day event next week. (must include evidence of the date. i.e. a newspaper, etc.)
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April 19, Tuesday 41st annual Earth day Friday!
Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. Returned student work.
Homework: Finish the Gizmo if not done in class
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/
Extra credit: Bring in a pic of you observing the meteor shower and/or participating in some type of Earth Day event next week. (must include evidence of the date. i.e. a newspaper, etc.)
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April 18, Monday Mtg at 1:45 pm.... Study Hall 7th pd 41st annual Earth day Friday!
Covered CH 29 Notes 1-12. Began work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo(as a class).
Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/
Extra credit: Bring in a pic of you observing the meteor shower and/or participating in some type of Earth Day event next week. (must include evidence of the date. i.e. a newspaper, etc.)
S11.A.3.3 Compare and analyze repeated processes or recurring elements in patterns.
S11.D.3.1 Explain the composition, structure, and origin of the universe.
April 15, Friday
Students completed the rock unit test.
Began Greatest Evolution Discoveries (Bill Nye) Example of the History of Life on Earth Preserved in Rock Layers
April 14, Thursday
Checked and covered Rock Unit Study Guide
CPS review of rock unit.
Complete, check OR cover Rock Unit Test extra credit review puzzle. (due tomorrow) Rock Unit Test Tomorrow
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April 13, Wednesday
Checked and covered the rock cycle concept map carefully
Students began the Rock Unit Study Guide. (due tomorrow)
(Time Permitting) Begin Greatest Evolution Discoveries (Bill Nye) Example of the History of Life on Earth Preserved in Rock Layers
Offered Rock Unit Test extra credit review puzzle. (due Friday) Rock Unit Test Friday 4/15
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April 12, Tuesday
Checked and covered the study guide. Collected remaining metamorphic labs.
Check status of rock models, complete, discuss and submit lab sheet.
Students completed the Rock Cycle Concept Map Activity. (Make sure to completely write the info in each space) *This will be a useful study tool
Homework: Rock Cycle Concept Map (above) Rock Unit Test Friday 4/15
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 11, Monday
Finish section notes on metamorphism, with short
Finish metamorphic rock lab from last time (see notes below)
Students began work on the 6.3 study guide. (3 pages total)
Homework: metamorphic rock lab worksheet and 6.3 study guide Rock Unit Test Friday 4/15
(Warning: I've seen a lack of homework completion destroy grades in the past. With how many verbal reminders given, this class website, and class time usually given to start assignments, there's no good excuse for not having work completed on time every time, period.)
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April 8, Friday
Viewed short clip on "How Metamorphic Rocks are Formed." and Checked and covered the sheets from yesterday.
Students completed the Metamorphic Rock Lab Activity:
- Number the samples on your lab sheet #45 through 50.
- Here are your answer choices: Slate, Gneiss, Quartzite, Marble, Hornblende Schist, and Mica Schist
- Use the table on the front of this sheet, large separate table, and the Internet/other appropriate available resources to I.D. the samples and to answer the questions. HCl is available to help ID marble; ask for a small drop, wash your hands when done, DO NOT get in eyes.
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 7, Thursday
Completed the remaining CH 6 Notes. Homework: Types of Sedimentary Rocks and CH 6.1a Study Guide (due tomorrow)
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit any incomplete "i" work NOW!
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
April 6, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework / Collected remaining rock cycle gizmos
Short Streaming Vids: Sed. Rocks, Chemical Weathering and Erosion
Covered CH 6 Notes through slide ___
Smithsonian Virtual Field Trip Panoramas (and mineral, rock, gem images time permitting)
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 5, Tuesday
Finished viewing Earth Bio: Atmosphere (5-10 min.)
Rock Cycle Lab: Creating models of a sedimentary rock.
Please help clean up lab areas by returning materials to designated table in the back. Thanks!
P.S. Don't forget about Rock Cycle Gizmo and Friday's Homework: 5.1 Study Guide (we'll cover this tomorrow)
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit any incomplete "i" work NOW!
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
S11.D.1.1.3 Analyze features caused by the interaction of processes that change Earth’s surface
April 1, Friday
Finished work on the Rock Cycle Gizmo and Igneous Rock lab if necessary. (Gizmo due Tuesday 4/5)
Homework: 5.1 Study Guide and finished igneous rock lab
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
M11.C.3.1.2 Relate slope to perpendicularity and/or parallelism.
March 31, Thursday
Finished remaining igneous rock labs from yesterday.
Introduced and began the Rock Cycle Gizmo. Make sure to read and follow directions carefully; I'm looking for correct answers to the questions as well as a diagram that will be completed as you complete the directions.
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit any incomplete "i" work NOW!
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 30, Wednesday
Viewed igneous rock samples and streaming video clips: "Magma Inside Earth" (1st 3 minutes) and "How Igneous Rocks are Formed" (2:00).
Finished CH 5 Notes
Use Internet to find classification info, tables, images, etc. (not required)
Students completed the Igneous Rock Lab. Igneous rock textures: Phaneritic, Aphanitic, Porphyritic, Vesicular, Glassy.
Samples for today's lab include #3 & 4 (found in ziplock bags), and #30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 from the mineral/rock kit; make sure you number these in order on lab sheet and that your samples match my master kit.
Note: If you were absent for this activity, write a 2 paragraph summary explaining the properties used to identify igneous rock samples. Include a description of how each of the following would be classified and explain why: Pumice, Granite, Basalt, and Obsidian.
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 29, Tuesday
People who still haven't turned in Mineral I.D. Labs
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
Returned and covered Mineral Test. Covered CH 5 Notes and viewed igneous rock samples and streaming video clips: "Magma Inside Earth" (1st 3 minutes) and "How Igneous Rocks are Formed" (2:00).
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 28, Monday
Finished wiki assignment 2 (OK, seriously, today is the final class time allotted for this; completed work due Tomorrow)
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 25, Friday
Finished wiki assignment 2 (Completed assignment due Tuesday 3/29)
The end of the third marking period is April 8th. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 24, Thursday
Finished Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes
- Login and open Firefox
- Login to the class wiki: nahsearthscience2011.wikispaces.com
- Click on my name or Mr. McHugh's page for the directions to wiki assignment 2 "Rock Forming Minerals"
- Click on your name (left column) and click "Edit" or "Edit this Page"
- It may be helpful to insert a table for good organization of your paragraph, images, etc.
- Complete Wiki assignment 2 (You may work with solo or with 1 partner, but make sure the completed work shows up on both of your pages if you work together. This can be accomplished w/ "copy" and "paste" when you're all done)
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.March 23, Wednesday
Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes
March 22, Tuesday
Mineral Test and Lab Practical Today! Done early?: Mineral Hidden Message Bonus Puzzle
March 21, Monday
Check and cover homework. CPS review for mineral test.
Finish Mineral Lab and/or Extra Credit Crossword Puzzle.
Mineral lab due tomorrow. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tomorrow
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
S11.D.1.2.1 Evaluate factors affecting availability, location, extraction, and use of natural resources.
March 17, Thursday
Students used this period to ask final questions, finish up the lab, etc. Class time today to finish this lab. This lab is due Monday 3/21 (People who need to get caught up should see me for a pass tomorrow or Monday). Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness.
Homework: 4.2a Study Guide (due Monday)
Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tuesday 3/22
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 16,Wednesday
Students completed Part 4 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 23-29). Class time today and tomorrow to finish this lab. Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness.
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 15, Tuesday (Short Mtg. this period)
Students continued the Mineral I.D. Lab. Please take a chance to look at the samples in Moh's hardness kit. (The box top is labeled and 7 or 8 of the samples ARE AMONG THE UNKNOWNS YOU ARE TRYING TO I.D.!
Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness.
If you are on track, today you should be looking at (samples 14-22 MINUS 19). There will be some more time tomorrow and/or Thursday to finish this lab. Friday we have a pep rally and we will test on this chapter early next week.
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 14, Monday
Students completed Part 3 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 14-22 MINUS 19). See directions below. Note: something that had metallic luster may appear as rusty. (You should really take a look at the mini luster, cleavage, and fracture kits today). Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness.
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 11, Friday
Current Event: Major Earthquake and Tsunami (animation) in Japan (Whirlpool) (Global Wave Projection)
How to I.D. mineral cleavage (tendency of minerals to break along planes of weakness). wikipedia pics vs. fracture
Students completed Part 2 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 6-13). See directions below. Make sure your samples are in the correct spot in the kit and that you're checking my kits when you have questions about ANY properties. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness.
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 10, Thursday
(Examine Mineral Properties Kits)
I will lead lab groups through checking your kits and I.D.ing sample #2. Students completed Part 1 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 1-5). Directions on the handout lead you to collect data on all samples before attempting to I.D. Some people prefer to use flowcharts to I.D. samples one at a time. I have HCl up front if you think you need it to positively I.D. a sample. (NOTE: It is dangerous to eyes and skin! If you mess around with it, you will receive disciplinary action). The only other safety concern is sharp edges (BE AWARE: Glass can cut you! DO NOT handle broken glass)
Also, you need to make sure you are working with the correct sample each time. If your sample has no number on it, check other kits around you or my master kit up front. The same goes for the Moh's hardness kit you are using.
March 9, Wednesday
Strong Evidence of Alien Life? Maybe Not.
Wrap up section notes
Fire Drill
March 8, Tuesday
Strong Evidence of Alien Life? Maybe Not.
Checked and covered the homework.
Continued CH 4 Notes (thru slide 44 before Mineral I.D. Lab)
March 7, Monday
Continued CH 4 Notes (thru slide 44 before Mineral I.D. Lab)
Homework: 4.1 Study Guide due tomorrow
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 4, Friday
New Lab? Growing Crystals
Current Event: National Geographic Article "Human Impact" March 2011
Viewed streaming vid. Rocks and Minerals (3:00)
Continued CH 4 Notes thru slide ___
S11.D.1.1.1 Classify and describe major types of rocks (i.e., igneous – granite, basalt, obsidian, pumice; sedimentary – limestone, sandstone, shale, coal; and metamorphic – slate, quartzite, marble, gneiss) and minerals (e.g., quartz, calcite, dolomite, clay, feldspar, mica, halite, pyrite) by their origin and formation.
March 3, Thursday
Completed current event wiki activity: February 2011 Major Earthquake in New Zealand (see below). Note: After today no more class time will be available for this assignment. (Due Monday 3/7)
March 2, Wednesday
Returned and covered Unit 1 Test
Current event wiki activity: February 2011 Major Earthquake in New Zealand:
March 1, Tuesday
Scheduled test make ups.
Finished Earth Bio Ice DVD; collect / discuss.
February 28, Monday
Unit 1 Test Today
Began Earth Biography: Ice
February 25, Friday
Checked and covered homework
Discussed content and format for test Monday. CPS clicker review of unit 1.
Unit 1 test review puzzle extra credit offered (due Monday) Unit 1 Test Monday 2/28
February 24, Thursday
Continued work on the topographic map activity. Completed maps due tomorrow
- Use a pencil to develop contour lines at each 5 unit interval (i.e. a contour line connecting all points of 15 units, 20 units, 25 units, etc.)
- Once you're confident of your contour lines, darken them and trace them onto a blank piece of printer paper.
- Label the contour lines and turn in your work!
- Homework: Study Guide 2.2. Unit 1 Test Monday 2/28
S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).February 23, Wednesday
Continued work on the topographic map activity. Click here and scroll down to see how a topo map will be generated from data collected yesterday and today. Unit 1 TestMonday 2/28
S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 22, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. I introduced and students began work on the topographic map activity. (3 large groups)
S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 17, Thursday
Collect remaining Google Earth activity sheets
Finish section notes. Map projections (demo).
Finish Earth Biography: Rare Earth
Homework: Study Guide 2.1
S11.A.3.2.3 Describe how relationships represented in models are used to explain scientific or technological concepts (e.g., dimensions of objects within the solar system, life spans, size of atomic particles, topographic maps).
February 16, Wednesday
Study Island Practice Graph Functions, Equations and Inequalities. Do any Jrs. have questions on PSSA items?
Demonstrated how to Determine Distances on Google Earth.
Finish and submit Google Earth activity. (due Tomorrow if not done in class)
Extra time? Do you know of any other cool Google Earth features? (Street view, flight sim, gallery)
February 15, Tuesday
On Google Earth:
- Who can provide "best coordinate description" for Pennsylvania?
- Who can provide "best coordinate description" for Northampton?
- Who can provide "best coordinate description" for the NAHS flagpole?
I introduced and students began: Google Earth Science Places of Interest.- Degree of detail of your answer depends on how large the object is. (i.e. coordinates for an ocean may be given in degrees alone)
- For the Chicxulub crater; determine how it was formed and what was the result to life on earth.
- For #12, use Jacobsburg State Park as the closest
S11.A.2.2.2 Explain how technology (e.g., GPS, spectroscope, scanning electron microscope, pH meter, probe, interface, imaging technology, telescope) is used to extend human abilities and precision.February 14, Monday
Collected Water Taste Experiment
Study Island Practice: Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations and Slope
Covered Unit 1 Notes slides 37 to 47.
I introduced and assisted students to begin: Google Earth Science Places of Interest. (Finish tomorrow on your own)
February 10, Thursday
Collect data count from yesterday's lab:
Completed lab write up due Monday 2/14. If you weren't here, read yesterday's blog posting and get caught up.
A concise explanation of the water taste test lab:
The Chi-Square Test Result
*Key Point: If the differences were due to random chance (and nothing else), we would conclude that water taste is not influenced by water source.
conclude that the difference WAS NOT DUE TO CHANCE.
REJECT THE NULL. It seems taste IS
influenced by source.
(0.05)
conclude that the difference WAS DUE TO CHANCE.
DO NOT REJECT THE NULL. It seems taste IS NOT
influenced by source.
THE P-VALUE FROM OUR DATA = __
February 9, Wednesday
I introduced the Water Taste Test Experiment
S11.A.2.1.3 Use data to make inferences and predictions, or to draw conclusions, demonstrating understanding of experimental limits.
S11.A.2.1.4 Critique the results and conclusions of scientific inquiry for consistency and logic.
S11.A.2.1.5 Communicate results of investigations using multiple representations.
February 8, Tuesday
Check and cover homework.
Create an account at wikispaces.com:
February 7, Monday
Covered Unit 1 Notes through scientific method (22-36). Homework: 1.1 Study Guide and
February 4, Friday
Announcement: A textbook may be signed out at any point during this course.
Activity: Earth Systems Interactions
February 3, Thursday
Announcement: A textbook may be signed out at any point during this course.
Checked signed syllabus and viewed streaming video "Why Earth Science?" (6:30). Covered Unit 1 Notes to slide 21 "Lithosphere."
January 31, Monday
Seating, Welcome, and Fire Exit Procedure
Record my new email address and our class website on your course syllabus. (This is your life line!)
Homework: Get syllabus signed for tomorrow. (10 points, no excuses)
Interview and introduce a neighbor / Covered course syllabus and expectations: